Bengaluru, 5th March 2026: The Department of Computer Science and Engineering - AI Technical Club, Neuron, hosted “Cheat Better” on 5th March 2026, an innovative coding competition designed to test creativity, technical skills, and problem-solving under AI-assisted development constraints. The event took place at the JAIN Global Campus, attracting participants from multiple years of the Computer Science programmes.

The day commenced with an energetic inauguration, setting the tone for an intensive and engaging technical challenge. Participants were introduced to the competition format, which required teams to develop creative AI-driven solutions while adhering strictly to the rules. Two-member Flying Squads monitored the participants to ensure compliance during restricted periods, adding an element of discipline and suspense to the proceedings.

The competition featured multiple rounds, including Puzzle Challenges, where teams competed head-to-head to solve timed problems. Winners were determined on speed and accuracy, while the opposing team undertook fun and creative tasks, ensuring an interactive and entertaining environment.

The core challenges were structured in two phases. Mission Drop Phase 1 tasked participants with designing a visually engaging interface using Figma and integrating it as the foundation for a functional website. Mission Drop Phase 2 introduced an advanced AI-powered feature to be incorporated into the existing project, testing the teams’ adaptability, creativity, and technical proficiency.

A panel of judges evaluated projects on design quality, technical execution, creativity, interactivity, and effective use of AI concepts. Following a rigorous assessment, winners were announced at 4:00 PM, concluding the event on a high note.

“Cheat Better” successfully provided students with hands-on exposure to AI-driven development, encouraged collaborative problem-solving, and offered a platform to experiment with emerging technologies in a competitive yet supportive setting. The event highlighted the Department of CSE’s commitment to fostering innovation, technical excellence, and experiential learning through engaging, student-centric initiatives.

The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation across Computer Science programmes, leaving students with practical insights, enhanced teamwork skills, and a memorable experience of creative and technical challenge.